“So, Kris, what do you know about this incident?” asked Bright softly. He looked into Kristy’s eyes, which looked swollen from crying. “Don’t be afraid, we-no, I, will protect you and your brother. Currently, some of my men are already guarding the hospital. Don’t be scare, you can tell me everything.”
Kristy looked at the tan-skinned man in front of her. Bright has similarities with Flynt, only he has lighter tan skinned and more muscular. Kristy saw a tattoo like the one she had seen on the back of Flynt’s neck before, on Grant’s right arm. Kristy swallowed hard and wiped her tears.
Kristy never had any bad intentions towards anyone. Her life was hard enough after both her parents died and her brother became seriously ill. She studied while working odd jobs, taking scholarships, so she could finish college.
Her parents left enough education funds for Kristy and her brother, but when her brother was sick, the tuition funds had to be used to treat him. Her mother had worked for Gray Brenton and Kristy had also received some help from the man.
When Gray asked Kristy to help him find a senior with a dragon tattoo on his body, Kristy had no idea that she would be so deeply involved. Kristy is frightened and decides to seek refuge from Gray and Flower.
“Flower once said she would kidnap Dean to lure Flynt and she would take him to Uncle Gray. I don’t know exactly how she planned the kidnapping, but I’m sure she hasn’t told Uncle Gray about her plan,” Kristy stammered. “Flower always tries to do anything to please Uncle Gray because she feels indebted. She wants to catch Flynt as a surprise for Uncle.”
“And you are, what is your relationship with Gray Brenton?” asked Bright.
“My mother used to work at his house in the past. We bumped into each other and when he found out where I was studying, he asked me to find a man with a dragon tattoo among the seniors.”
“You’re a sophomore, right? Are you really looking like Gray asked?”
Kristy shook her head. “Actually not. I didn’t take Uncle Gray too seriously and almost forgot about it. Then Flower entered as the junior of engineering faculty and she asked why I never gave any news about the assignment from Uncle. Flower make me stressed because she always warned about Uncle Gray’s order, to look for the man he asked.”
Bright didn’t take his eyes off as Kristy spoke. He watched the girl speak and saw the honesty in her eyes. Those jet-black eyes showed no fear or lies, only sadness. Maybe she’s thinking about her brother, Bright thought. Her thin lips were wet and alluring. Her cheeks were slightly stained with tear marks. Without realizing it, Bright reached out and wiped the stain on Kristy’s cheek. The girl gasped a little and looked at Bright confused.
“What do you know about Flynr?” asked Bright softly.
Kristy smiled thinly. “Flower told me about Flynt. He said that Uncle Gray was after him because he thought that Flynt was his son who was exchanged by the Joaqin family when he was baby. At first I believed. That story sounded very convincing,” Kristy sigh. “I even sympathize with Uncle Gray. But …”
“Hm? Did you notice something?” asked Bright teasingly.
Kristy pointed at Bright with an intense, researching look. “When I entered and saw you, I could immediately see how similar you were to Flynt. Your skin is lighter, but you there is one characteristic in common with you and Flynt. You have the same way of speaking and moving. You often raise your right eyebrow when asked, Flynt did it, too. You speak with a stern and cold tone, Flynt is a person with the nickname ice prince on campus. I am very confuse, why Uncle Gray so stubborn to think that Flynt is his son. There’s no similarity at all between him and Flynt.”
Bright laughed happily. “You are very meticulous. You are smart and observant. I think, you are now wondering whether the story about Flynt that you heard from Flower before, is still reliable or not.”
Kristy nodded and seemed to be thinking. After a while he patted his knee. “Sir, uh, Err, whoever your name are, if it is true that Dean was kidnapped by Flower, I think I know where she will take him.”
“Bright.”
“Um, what?”
“My name is Bright. You can call me that name. Now, tell me where Flower will take Dean? I have to prevent Flynt from finding the girl first. I heard he’s already deploying his troops at this time.”
“Why can’t Flynt find Flower first?” asked Kristy, surprised.
“Flynt will immediately kill Flower if he finds it first. You too, if he knows your involvement with Flower. That’s why I brought you here.”
Kristy trembled and turned pale. Bright reached out and stroked Kristy’s soft hair. “Don’t worry, you’re safe here. Tell me where Flower will take Dean?”
“There is a hut outside the city, where Flower usually vacationed with Uncle Gray. Uncle Gray has rarely visited the hut since his leg was injured. Flower still goes there often and spends time on vacation in the hut.” Kristy gave an overview of the area where the hut was. Bright stroked his hair one more time and started making calls. Kristy touched her hair which Bright brushed and blushed.
Bright walked over to Kristy again. “You’re going to live in the apartment I prepared while Dean hasn’t been found. We have to keep your safety, because it looks like you can be of use to us. We’ll make a deal later.”
Kristy was confused. “But, err … Bright, I don’t want to get into any trouble. I have to go to college, work and look after my brother.”
Bright sighed. “The problem is, when you see Flynt’s tattoo and tell it to Flower who turns out to be Gray Brenton’s adopted daughter, you are automatically involved. Now it’s only a matter of time, who will protect or even kill you first. Gray or Joaqin. Understand?”
“But, from the start I never knew why Uncle Gray was looking for Flynt. I almost forgot about Uncle Gray’s request for help,” Kristy grumbled. “Damn, why i have to involved in this chaotic situation. I am a good and diligent girl, i don’t deserved this.,”
Bright laughed. “I know. You’re just stuck in an unfortunate situation. Never mind, just go with my words for now.”
Kristy took a deep breath, knowing in her heart that Bright’s words were true. She just had to choose who he would take refuge in. The man in front of her looked cold and stern, very dignified and charismatic, but Kristy felt a soft and pleasant side of him. Kristy did not feel afraid of her head. She is feeling comfortable around Bright.
“I will tell you about the truth you might want to know about Flynt and Gray. After all this is over, I will tell it to you so you don’t take the wrong side.”
Kristy nodded without answering. She stared at the back of Bright who was standing facing the large windows of his majestic office, when someone barged in and startled Kay. “Oh, you have a guest, Bright?”
Bright turned around. “How about it, bro?”
“They found the location and are on their way.” The man who barged in was pointing at Kristy and smiling at her. He looked at Bright with his head tilted. “Who is this beautiful girl? Your girlfriend?”
“Soon. But in the meantime, he will be our spy,” Bright replied lightly.
Kristy blushed while listened to Bright’s answer. She stared at the two men in front of her with her eyebrows linked. The two men had same face, like a they are standing in front of the miror. Two hot twin man.
Again, Kristy feels confuse.
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